INTERN, TRADE MISSIONS & EVENTS AT COMMERCIUM AFRICA

About Company:

Commercium Africa is a market leader in providing services for international companies who wish to expand to, or do business with, key African markets.

Job Description:

• Event Coordination: Assist in the planning and management of international trade events, business missions, and industry conferences. This includes logistics, scheduling, vendor management, and preparing event materials.
• Travel & Logistics Coordination: Help organize travel arrangements for delegates and participants, including flights, accommodation, transportation, and visa processes.
• Vendor sourcing: assist in sourcing and on-boarding vendors that provide international standards products and services. 
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents for meetings and briefings. Ensure all documentation for international missions is up-to-date and accurately reflects progress.

On-Site Support: Provide on-site assistance during trade missions, conferences, and events to ensure seamless execution and troubleshoot any challenges as they arise. This includes venue set up and tear down.

Requirements:

• Skills:
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and event management software.
  • Basic knowledge of CRM tools or project management software (e.g., Salesforce, Trello, Asana etc) is advantageous.

• Personal Attributes
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to tasks
  • Willingness and ability to learn fast
  • Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
  • Ability to complete assigned tasks with little supervision

• Languages: Fluency in English required. Additional language skills (e.g., Spanish, French, Mandarin) are a plus.

• Cultural Awareness: Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and international clients, understanding the nuances of cross-cultural communication and business practices.

• Flexibility: Willingness to travel within Nigeria. Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends during major events or trade missions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Degree in International Business, Trade, Marketing, Event Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Willingness to learn is of importance. Experience in coordinating/ organising events is an added advantage.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 08th December, 2025

Application Instructions:

Please note the following:

• [IMPORTANT] Make sure to read the job description and only apply when you are the right fit.
• Deadline for submission is Monday, 8 December 2025
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.